Katherine A. Jelinek, MD

Katherine A. Jelinek, MD

4.7 
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Primary Specialty

Gastroenterology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School - 2000
Residency:
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2003
Fellowships:
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2005

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital

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4.7
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488 Ratings

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August 29, 2023

5.0

She is very good doctor

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August 20, 2023

5.0

Pleasant, efficient, no issues.

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August 17, 2023

5.0

Very caring and understood my situation. Got me in as quickly as she could.

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August 17, 2023

5.0

Results

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August 14, 2023

3.0

Post op notes incorrect and not given clearly after procedure

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Caring and professional

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July 23, 2023

5.0

She is very caring and kind.

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July 14, 2023

4.0

Takes the time to explain what my options are and listens to my concerns.

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July 07, 2023

5.0

Excellent listening skills. Answered all my various questions. Caring demeanor. Very knowledgeable. I had an endoscopy & colonoscopy with Dr Jelinek a few years ago, and trust her.

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July 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Jelinek is taking my treatment forward for a condition that I have struggled with for at least six years. Her probing questions seem to eliminate other options as she progresses through a hierarchy of options. She becomes more alert in subtle ways based on my answers to her questions. Of course I don’t know the answers that will provoke interest her so just answer factually. She allowed us input but based on her recommendations are proceeding promptly with treatment. She offered to find a prominent thoracic surgeon and I received a call the very next day. Amazing. I hold her in the highest regard.

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July 03, 2023

5.0

I like Dr Jelinek and respect her professionalism!

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July 03, 2023

5.0

Sooo kind and chill

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June 30, 2023

5.0

Dr Jelinek cares about me!

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June 29, 2023

2.0

The doctor walked in 35 min after my set appointment and did not seem happy I was there. I was looking forward to this appointment to get sone answers to what I had been feeling and pretty much left the office feeling like I did not want to return.

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June 28, 2023

5.0

Kind, patient and knowledgeable doctor

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June 22, 2023

5.0

She’s very kind informative and educational

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Jelinek is excellent - listens to what you are concerned about, she is very knowledgeable of her field, kind and has an extremely calming way about her - I believe she is truly concerned for my health care and would highly highly recommend her to anyone, and I already have recommended her- she sees two of my family members and three of my coworkers, because of my recommendation

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June 16, 2023

5.0

She LISTENS, is knowledgeable, efficient.

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June 16, 2023

5.0

Very informative

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Answers all my questions and concerns. Confident she will do what’s best for me.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

Asked pointed questions..scheduled a test for accurate assessment of my situation.

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June 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Jelinek was very caring and listened to what I had to say

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June 09, 2023

5.0

Dr Jelinek was easy to talk to and responsive to questions. She was friendly and engaging and I felt welcome as a patient.

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June 09, 2023

5.0

She is very nice took time to explain everything

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June 09, 2023

5.0

I felt very comfortable with her. I trusted her Listened to me

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Speed of action and concern for patient’s health

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Very engaged at this appointment and suggested additional tests that may help identify why I am having symptoms

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May 29, 2023

5.0

Friendly, thoroughly explains

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May 15, 2023

5.0

She’s a good doctor.Listens and concerns to patient’s problems.

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May 05, 2023

5.0

She was concerned about my diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis and explained different tests.

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May 04, 2023

5.0

She made me feel like I'm a part of her family very good.

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April 30, 2023

5.0

She performed the procedures without any issues. Briefed me of her findings. Explained everything in a manner that I could understand. Informed me of what I should do in the short term and plans for future appointments.

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April 25, 2023

5.0

Professional. Seem to listen to me

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April 19, 2023

4.0

Same as above, except I have confidence in her based on her expertise.

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April 18, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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April 17, 2023

5.0

Thorough

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April 08, 2023

5.0

She saved my life by finding my cancer at a very early stage. She is a wonderful Dr! Very caring and compassionate.

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April 03, 2023

5.0

Always professional, nice, and helpful

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March 24, 2023

5.0

Dr Jelinek is very knowledgeable and suggestion a course of action to help me

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March 21, 2023

4.0

It’s my first visit. She seems very personable.

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March 06, 2023

5.0

Explained everything to me

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February 28, 2023

5.0

Listens well

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February 27, 2023

5.0

Dr Jelinek is available for questions before and after the procedure which is important.

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February 17, 2023

5.0

Physician was kind and listened well to my concerns.

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February 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Jelinek is very professional and kind and compassionate as a doctor.

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February 06, 2023

5.0

She’s good.

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February 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Jelinek has performed 2 colonoscopies and 1 endoscopy on me and all have been minimally invasive. She is pleasant, caring, and highly skilled in her field. I feel she is an excellent doctor.

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January 30, 2023

1.0

She was unwilling to actually listen to my concerns and what I was saying. Will not be seeing her again

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January 29, 2023

5.0

I’ve been very satisfied with Dr. Katherine Jelinek and would recommend her. She is very knowledgeable in her field and gave me a great recommendation for a surgery I recently had. I recommend her highly!

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January 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Jelinek is very easy to talk to and professional.

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January 27, 2023

5.0

She was extremely thorough, communicative responsive and pleasant

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January 23, 2023

5.0

Calm, professional and listened to me. Also asked questions that she really wanted to know the answers.

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January 15, 2023

5.0

Very caring non judgmental and gave me some great advice.

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January 13, 2023

5.0

She is very caring and knows her specialty blind folded. Explains things in laymen terms.

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January 05, 2023

5.0

Competent, personable and very professional

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January 01, 2023

5.0

excellent doctor.

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December 23, 2022

5.0

Competent and caring

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December 17, 2022

5.0

She knows what she is doing and is thorough

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December 16, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, caring and great bedside manner

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December 09, 2022

5.0

great doctor.

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December 09, 2022

5.0

Trust Professional

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December 09, 2022

5.0

I did last time about 6 years ago. I do told my primary doctor that I want the same doctor last time . She make you comfortable no worrying and really can trust her that kind of feels. She’s best 👍

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December 09, 2022

5.0

She is very thorough and proficient with her patients

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December 09, 2022

5.0

She has a comforting manner as well as being efficient in her skill.

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December 08, 2022

5.0

She was able to help me with my gastro issues when other gastroenterologists could not. When she does a biopsy in a procedure, I do not hurt. When other gastroenterologists did them I hurt for weeks. She has an understanding of medications and how some people may need them long term and not just for a few months so they can heal. She is knowledgeable, has an excellent bedside manner and is caring. I give her a glowing report.

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December 06, 2022

5.0

She was very professional humble and exhibited a high level of a caring attitude.

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December 05, 2022

5.0

Very thorough

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December 05, 2022

5.0

Feel comfortable .

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December 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Jelinek is very professional and easy to talk to, which is important to me.

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December 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Jelinek is very competent, friendly and informative! She took excellent care of me!

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December 02, 2022

5.0

Dr. Jelinek explained everyrhing and answered my questions.

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December 02, 2022

5.0

I’m a repeat customer of Dr. Jelinek. She’s very professional, kind and efficient.

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December 02, 2022

5.0

I am so grateful that she was competent, thorough … I feel that my health concerns have been addressed and well cared for.

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December 02, 2022

5.0

She is the best most caring doctor

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November 29, 2022

5.0

She always listens to my concerns. She is very thorough with following through with all tests and procedures

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November 23, 2022

5.0

Professional and efficient.

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November 22, 2022

5.0

She seemed like a reasonable and caring doctor

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November 22, 2022

5.0

Very good care.

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November 22, 2022

5.0

I had the doctor for a previous procedure and all went well. That is why I tried so hard for the appointment as I wanted to stick with her. I almost had to give up and pick a new doctor! After our pre-appointment teleconference today, I was able to schedule the actual procedure but not until [month].

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November 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Jelinek is through and an excellent doctor.

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November 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Jelinek was wonderful and took the time to explain everything I needed to feel at ease.

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November 21, 2022

5.0

It was my first meeting with her but she was very patient and answered my questions.

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November 19, 2022

5.0

Dr.Jelinek was amazing as always. Truly exceptional physician. Caring, kind and through.

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November 17, 2022

5.0

PROFESSIONAL, THOROUGH, CARING. EXPLAINED CONDITION WELL.

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November 12, 2022

5.0

She do her job very well and I really appreciate her explaining things to me to help me understand and thank you so much I really appreciate that

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November 04, 2022

5.0

very competent and personable

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November 01, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor

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November 01, 2022

5.0

She is very caring

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October 29, 2022

5.0

Dr Jelinek came and explained the before of the procedure and the findings after. Even though I know she had many patients to deal with, I did not feel that she was rushed or stressed. It was much appreciated

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October 29, 2022

5.0

She’ s no nonsense and pleasant enough. I personally appreciate how she is as a doctor. The care team seemed to get along very well.

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Disclosures

Katherine A. Jelinek, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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